France President Emmanuel Macron slapped in the face

French President Emmanuel Macron has been slapped in the face by a man on an official visit.

In a video circulating on social media, Mr Macron is seen walking up to a barrier on a trip in the south-eastern department of Drôme.

A man slaps Mr Macron in the face before being swarmed by officers. The president meanwhile is rushed away.

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Two men have reportedly been arrested in the wake of the incident, according to French media.

As the president is slapped, the words “Down with Macron-ism” are shouted.